5 June 2025, Copenhagen — Today, the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping (MMMSZCS) welcomed HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HDKSOE) as a Strategic Partner, marking the beginning of a long-term strategic collaboration to develop and scale zero-carbon technologies and solutions for the maritime sector. As one of the world’s largest shipbuilders and maritime technology leaders, HDKSOE brings deep expertise in ship design, engineering, digitalization, and integration of next-generation propulsion systems. Their participation strengthens the Center’s efforts to accelerate the transition through innovation and large-scale industrial implementation.

HDKSOE’s commitment to decarbonization is already reflected in its investment in green ship design, ammonia- and methanol-powered vessel technologies, fuel cell integration, and development of digital twin solutions for emissions reduction. As a key player in the global shipbuilding ecosystem, HDKSOE’s involvement ensures practical application of emerging technologies and supports the transition from concept to commercial deployment.

In welcoming HDKSOE to the Center, CEO Bo Cerup-Simonsen said:

We are thrilled to welcome HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering as a Strategic Partner. Their technological leadership and industrial strength make them a crucial ally in scaling the solutions that will define the future of shipping. HDKSOE’s ability to translate innovation into large-scale application is exactly what is needed to accelerate maritime decarbonization.

In joining the Center, HDKSOE said:

We are honored to collaborate with the Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping as a Strategic Partner. This partnership aligns with our mission to pioneer innovative solutions that drive sustainable growth in global shipping. By leveraging our expertise in ship building sector, we aim to accelerate the industry’s transition towards a carbon-neutral future.

With around 100,000 ships consuming approximately 300 million metric tons of fuel annually, global shipping accounts for roughly 3% of global CO₂ emissions – a share expected to increase as other sectors decarbonize more rapidly.

Achieving full decarbonization of shipping requires a systemic shift: the adoption of new fuel types, operational models, and regulatory frameworks. The shipping industry’s global regulatory structure offers a unique opportunity to drive consistent adoption of cleaner technologies worldwide.

To accelerate this transition, close coordination across the entire value chain is essential – from applied research and demonstration to ship design, fuel infrastructure, and policy. Industry leaders like HDKSOE play a vital role in bridging the gap between research and industrial-scale implementation.

The Mærsk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping (MMMCZCS) is an independent, not-for-profit research and development center established in 2020 with funding from the A.P. Moller Foundation.

Our purpose is to guide and accelerate decarbonization of the global maritime industry. Working with our partners, governments, authorities, public sector bodies, scientists, and organizations across the global maritime industry we aim to inform, de-risk decision-making, and spark real climate action.

Strategic Partners to the Center include: Alfa Laval, American Bureau of Shipping, A.P. Moller - Maersk, bp, Cargill, CF Industries, Equinor, DP World, Hapag-Lloyd, MAN Energy Solutions, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Mitsui, NORDEN, NYK Line, Rio Tinto, Royal Caribbean Group, Seaspan Corporation, Siemens Energy, Stolt Tankers, Sumitomo Corporation, Swire Group, TotalEnergies and V.Group. For more information, please visit www.zerocarbonshipping.com

Rasmus Nielsen, Media Engagement Partner

+45 282536620

rasmus.nielsen@zerocarbonshipping.com

HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HDKSOE) leads global shipbuilding with eco-friendly, high-efficiency solutions. It integrates smart shipyard technology and green innovations like fuel-efficient propulsion and carbon reduction. With advanced engineering and digital transformation, HDKSOE enhances productivity and quality while driving sustainable marine mobility. More than a manufacturer, it’s shaping the future of the maritime industry.